Ultimate Party Planning Timeline

Once the invitations have been sent, and RSVPs are filing in, you're ready to start preparing for your party guests. Our comprehensive cheat sheet lets you check off the to-dos up to four weeks in advance of your next party to make planning less stressful and hectic!

Four Weeks Before

Choose a party theme.

Keep an eye out for decorations that align with the theme in case it becomes difficult to find in stores and another needs to be chosen.

Send invitations. Online is easy, but receiving a printed invite in the mail can leave a great impression.

Three Weeks Before

Plan the menu.

Enlist help that might be required during the party—bartenders, babysitters, housecleaning, DJ, etc.